How to Make Brazilian Brigadeiro Chocolate Truffle

How to Make Brazilian Brigadeiro Chocolate Truffle

Posted by Unknown on 7:54 PM in #JuntosConNestle, Brazilian recipes, Christmas, fun food for kids, Nestle.USA, Recipes,

Do you want to WOW your family and guests this Holiday Season? How about treating them with a decadent Brazilian chocolate dessert? 

Brigadeiro (BREE-GA-DEY-RO) is a popular soft chocolate sweet made with condensed milk, powdered chocolate (or cocoa), and butter. It's common at Brazilian parties, from birthdays to Christmas, and even weddings! If you ask Brazilians about brigadeiro, they will tell you how amazing and delicious it is! 

Brigadeiro comes from a presidential candidate in Brazil in the 1940s named Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes. His wife would make this chocolate fudge sweet and serve it at parties as part of a fundraising campaign. The guests loved the treat and started asking for it at events: “Where's the Brigadeiro chocolate sweet? Can we have more of Brigadeiro's chocolate candy?" Since then, brigadeiro became a sensation throughout the whole country! 

I make brigadeiro pretty often in my house and everybody who tries it (husband's family, sons' friends and teachers, co-workers and friends), loves it!

While the brigadeiro recipe is simple and easy, it can be tricky to get the perfect consistency. No worries! My son and I created a how to video with a simple step-by-step guide and a few tips, so you can make a perfect brigadeiro dessert to WOW your guests! 
Here's the video:

This article is part of Nestlé Hispanic Holiday campaign, #JuntosConNestlé, so we're going to use La Lechera condensed milk, which is available at Walmart  stores. 

My son and I had a blast making this video! 😃 The fun part about brigadeiro is that you can get your kids involved in the cooking and decorating process! We hope you enjoy this video, and let us know how your brigadeiro turned out!

Here's the recipe: 

Brigadeiro

Serving: 9-20 (based on size) Total Time: 25min

Prep Time: 5min Cook Time: 15min

Ingredients

• 1 can of Nestlé La Lechera (sweetened condensed milk)

• 6 tbsp of Nestlé Nesquick chocolate powder 

• 2 tbsp of unsalted butter

• chocolate sprinkles

• non-stick pan

• wooden spoon

• mini baking cups

Cooking Instructions

• Set stove on medium heat

• Put 2 tbsp of unsalted butter in a non-stick pan

• Add a whole can of Nestlé La Lechera condensed milk into the pan

• Add 6 tbsp of Nestlé Nesquick chocolate powder chocolate into the pan

• Stir with the wooden spoon for about 15 minutes. Don't leave the pan unattended 

• Brigadeiro is ready when it starts leaving the pan (the video will show this!)

• When your brigadeiro is ready, remove from the stove and stir it for a few seconds

• Take the pot to the freezer for about 5 min

• If the pot is too big, transfer brigadeiro into a container and put it in the freezer

• You want it nice and creamy before you roll it into balls

• To make the balls, spread a little bit of butter on your hands 

• Using a spoon, scoop some brigadeiro, and using your hands roll it into a ball

• Roll the ball in the chocolate sprinkles to cover it completely

• Place finished brigadeiro into a banking cup and roll some more

• Makes between 10 to 20 brigadeiros, depending on the size of mini baking cups

• Enjoy!😋

*Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Nestlé. All opinions are my own.

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Iced Lemon Waffle

Iced Lemon Waffle

Posted by Unknown on 3:51 PM in Brazilian recipes, fun food for kids, Recipes,

Who is hungry for waffles? How about a waffle topped with a bright and citrusy, sweet and zesty lemon glaze? Sounds amazing, right?

This light and fresh lemon glaze recipe is simple, quick, and easy! Your family will love a new twist on waffles and will definitely ask for more!

All you need for the lemon glaze is 1 can of condensed milk, lemon juice from 2 lemons, and lemon zest! That's it! Simple as that! The trick is in the lemon juice. As you add lemon juice to the condensed milk, it will thicken. Continuing to stir, it turns into a beautiful, creamy glaze.

It's unbelievable on top of waffles, pancakes, cakes, and even fruit salads!

Hope you enjoy this recipe! Here's a video on how to make it:

Here's the recipe:

Iced Lemon Waffle

Serving: 3-4 (based on size)  Total Time: 25min

Prep Time: 10min Cook Time: 15min

Ingredients:

Waffles

• 2 cups Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix
• 1 1/2 cups cold water
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Lemon Glaze

• lemon juice from 2 lemons (drained, without seeds)
• 1 tsp of lemon zest
• 1 can of condensed milk
• 1 lemon to use to garnish

Cooking Instructions:

Lemon Glaze

• *Prepare lemon glaze first, before cooking waffles
• Add 1 can of condensed milk into a bowl
• Add lemon juice slowly into the bowl with condensed milk 
• Stir until it starts to thicken
• Lemon juice will thicken the condensed milk and turn into a glaze
• Add the lemon zest and stir 

Waffles

• Blend all waffle ingredients together in a bowl (pancake mix, water, egg, and oil)
• Grease waffle iron with vegetable oil (*tip: use a cooking brush to brush oil on the waffle iron)
• Preheat waffle iron
• Cook waffles until golden brown
• Set waffles onto a plate
• Drizzle lemon glaze on top of waffles and garnish with lemon (see video to learn how to make an easy lemon garnish)
• *Tip: Squeeze fresh lemon juice from the garnish over the glaze just before eating for an extra pop!
• Eat and enjoy! 😋

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Easy and Fun Waffle Recipe: "Puppy Eggo"

Easy and Fun Waffle Recipe: "Puppy Eggo"

Posted by Unknown on 8:03 AM in fun food for kids, Recipes,

Last year, I submitted this fun, easy, and yummy recipe called "Puppy Eggo" in Kellogg's "The Great Eggo Waffle Off!" contest. The inspiration came from my boys and their love for chocolate chip waffles. It became an instant hit at our house! 

I remembered the first time I made this special treat for them... They laughed and said, "It's a puppy!" That's how the name came about. Of course, they stared at the puppy waffle for a few seconds and went straight for the chocolate candies. The taste is amazing! The sweet creamy whipped cream blends delightfully with the chocolate syrup and the chocolate chip waffle with Nutella. Plus, a yummy salty bacon is added to balance the sweet. Of course, to make it a more complete and "healthy" meal, bananas and strawberry were included. 

I hope this special breakfast treat becomes your kids' favorite puppy too! Have fun! :)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 Eggo Chocolate Chip Waffle
• Hazelnut/chocolate spread
• 1 tbs whipped cream
• Chocolate syrup
• 2 slices of banana
• 1/2 slice of a small strawberry
• 2 chocolate candies
• 2 slices of bacon

DIRECTIONS

1. Toast the Eggo Chocolate Chip Waffle.
2. Spread the Hazelnut chocolate on the waffle.
3. Spread the whipped cream on the waffle in the shape of a small circle.
4. Eyes/Pupils: place 2 slices of banana about one square apart and put one chocolate candy on top of each banana slice.
5. Mouth/Nose: carefully pour the chocolate syrup on top of the whipped cream to resemble a dog’s mouth/nose.
6. Cut the 1 strawberry in the shape of a tongue and put it on top of the whipped cream (under the nose).
7. Ears: cook 2 slices of bacon (or turkey bacon) in the microwave for about 1-1/2 minutes. Place 2 slices of cooked bacon on the left and right sides of the waffle.
8. Enjoy!

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Easy and Yummy Game Day Party Bites for Kids and Grown Ups: "Apple Pie" and Cheese Bites

Easy and Yummy Game Day Party Bites for Kids and Grown Ups: "Apple Pie" and Cheese Bites

Posted by Unknown on 12:08 PM in fun food for kids, Recipes,

Looking for a quick, easy, and delicious Super Bowl/game day party food? Or maybe just a fun afternoon snack for your kids? This yummy treat is super easy to do! Start with salty, crunchy, and buttery RITZ crackers, topped with both mozzarella cheese and delicious, warm caramelized apples with cinnamon. I call it the "Apple Pie" and Cheese Bites. It takes about 15 minutes to do and serves 6-8 people.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Gala apple (peeled) 
• 1 Tbsp of butter
• 1 tsp of raw sugar
• 1 ½ tsp of cinnamon
• 16 RITZ crackers
• 4 slices of mozzarella cheese (cut each slice into 4 squares for a total of 16 small squares)

PREP STEPS:

• Cut the peeled apple in cubes and put it in a pot. Add the sugar, butter, and cinnamon, and sauteed until soft and golden (medium heat for about 10 minutes-keep stirring).
• Heat oven to 350F
• Place crackers in single layer on baking sheet and top with cheese and about 2-3 small apple cubes.
• Bake for 4 minutes. 
• Let it cool for about 1 minute before serving.
• Have fun! :D

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"Hot Cocoa" Ice Cream Sundae Recipe

"Hot Cocoa" Ice Cream Sundae Recipe

Posted by Unknown on 4:15 AM in fun food for kids, Recipes,

Here's another one of my boys' favorites:

"HOT COCOA" ICE CREAM SUNDAE

INGREDIENTS

2 Eggo Chocolate Chip Waffles

1 Scoop of Chocolate Ice Cream

Whipped Cream

Chocolate Syrup

Hazelnut/chocolate Spread

PREP STEPS

TO MAKE THE CUP

1. Thaw one waffle in the toaster at the lowest heat setting for 1 min.

2. Gently press the waffle inside one of the cups of a muffin pan.

3. Bake the waffle at 350 degrees for 5 min in the oven.

4. Remove the waffle from the muffin pan and place it on a plate.

5. Put 1 scoop of chocolate ice cream inside the waffle cup.

6. Spray whipped cream on top.

7. Drizzle chocolate syrup on top of the whipped cream.

TO MAKE THE HANDLE

8. Toast the 2nd waffle (not too crispy, you need to be able to bend it).

9. Cut a curved edge from the waffle (about 1/2 inch in width), bend it, and put a dollop of hazelnut/chocolate spread at both ends of the handle (to glue to the cup).

10. Attach the handle to the cup.

11. Enjoy! :D

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King Teddy Bear Waffle Recipe

King Teddy Bear Waffle Recipe

Posted by Unknown on 3:54 AM in fun food for kids, Recipes,

A few months ago, I entered the Eggo Waffle contest and submitted a few recipes. Although I didn't win, I had fun creating some waffle ideas for my boys! They really enjoyed eating them too! Once in a while, my boys and I still recreate some of them for breakfast. I thought about sharing some of my creations with you, so maybe your kiddos will enjoy them too! Here's one of the recipes:

KING TEDDY BEAR

INGREDIENTS

1 Eggo Chocolate Chip Waffle

5 small dollops of hazelnut/chocolate spread

1/2 banana (cut into 6 slices)

1/2 of a large strawberry

1 brownie square

2 sausage links (or veggie sausage)

PREP STEPS

1. Toast the Eggo Waffle.

2. Eyebrows: 1st put 2 dollops of hazelnut spread near the top of the waffle (about 1 waffle square apart). With a butter knife, spread each dollop, one to the left and one to the right.

3. Eyes/Pupils: place 2 slices of banana under each eyebrow and put one dollop of hazelnut spread on each slice.

4. Nose: put one dollop of hazelnut spread between the 2 slices of banana.

5. Mouth: cut one slice of banana into a crescent shape and place it under the nose.

6. Crown: take the half strawberry and cut it into a crown and center it above the eyebrows.

7. Ears: place 2 slices of banana on the left and right sides. Cut 1 sausage into 4 pieces, and put 2 slices on top of each ear (save the other 2 for the feet).

8. Body: trim the corners from the brownie to make it oval and put 1 slice of banana on top.

9. Arms/Feet: cut the remaining sausage in half and put them next to the brownie for arms. Put the feet from step 8. 

10. Enjoy! :)

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